Don’t just buy a MIDI controller—you commit to one. Like a weird little robot pet, it lives on your desk, comes to gigs, and silently judges your finger technique. But not all MIDI controllers are created equal, and definitely not all are made with VJs in mind. So in this video, we go hunting for the perfect partner-in-buttons. Or maybe partners. We don’t judge.

Based on countless convos with VJs, spicy survey results, and many a broken knob, I’ve curated a list of controllers that VJs actually use—and why. From compact kings like the Akai Mini MK2 to pad-smashing beasts like the MIDI Fighter, I’m breaking down the pros, cons, and hidden personalities of each. Think of this video as a dating app for your next controller, minus the swiping and ghosting.

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